City of Milwaukee Tow Lot
Where Milwaukee towed cars are stored, run by City of Milwaukee.
Checked Nov 15, 2026. We don't have your car: call the lot to confirm it is there.
- Address
- 3811 West Lincoln Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53215
- Hours
- Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm, Sat 9am-1pm, Sun closed
- Payment
- cash, money order or cashier's check for the exact amount, Visa, MasterCard, Discover
- Phone
- 414-286-2700
Good to know: Personal checks are not accepted. Phone is 414-286-2700 and fax is 414-286-5093.
Fees
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
Standard tow1DetailsIf the actual cost is higher than $150, the owner pays the full cost. Heavy duty tows vary. | $150 | Police-ordered |
| Storage1 | $25 / day | All tows |
| Relocation moving fee for uninsured vehicles1Uninsured vehicles are driven off the lot by city staff. | $50 | All tows |
Trucks and heavy vehicles (1 fees)
| Fee | Amount | Applies to |
|---|---|---|
Heavy duty tow1DetailsThe city says the price varies. | Not verified | Police-ordered · Heavy trucks |
City-set fees for police tows are on the Milwaukee page.
Legal limits: Wisconsin towing laws · calculate your total.
What to bring
Full checklist, including when the car is not in your name
- Valid driver's license, or a state photo ID plus a licensed driver with you
- Proof of liability insurance showing the insurer, the insured and the vehicle make, model, year and VIN
- Payment in full for towing and storage
- For someone picking up for the owner: a notarized letter from the owner naming the car by color, make, model, VIN, plate and tow number, plus a copy of the owner's ID
All Milwaukee towed-car info · How to fight a tow
Sources
Last checked Nov 15, 2026. Fees and rules change: confirm with the lot or agency before you go. Spot an error? Tell us.
- Tow Lot, City of Milwaukee. Checked Nov 15, 2026.
- Parking Service Requests, Private Property Parking Violations, City of Milwaukee. Checked Nov 15, 2026.
- Milwaukee Police Department SOP 610 Towing of Vehicles, Milwaukee Police Department. Checked Nov 15, 2026.
- Census Bureau Vintage 2024 city and town population estimates (SUB-EST2024), U.S. Census Bureau. Checked Nov 15, 2026.